Spinach & Feta Baked Chicken
This spinach and feta baked chicken is juicy, flavorful, and surprisingly easy to make. Tender chicken breasts are filled with a creamy spinach and feta mixture, then baked until perfectly golden and juicy.
It feels like something you’d order at a restaurant, but it’s simple enough for a weeknight dinner and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
Prep Time & Servings
Prep Time: 15 minute
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Chicken
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Filling
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons cream cheese or Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Optional Add-Ins
Sun-dried tomatoes
Mozzarella cheese
Roasted red peppers
Chili flakes
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast.
Season both sides with:
paprika
oregano
salt
pepper
2. Make the Filling
In a bowl, combine:
spinach
feta cheese
garlic
cream cheese or Greek yogurt
parsley
Mix until well combined.
3. Stuff the Chicken
Spoon the spinach mixture into each chicken breast pocket.
Secure with toothpicks if needed.
Place the chicken in a lightly greased baking dish.
4. Bake
Brush the tops with olive oil.
Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
For a golden top, broil for the last 2 minutes if desired.
5. Serve
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve with:
roasted potatoes
rice
quinoa
Mediterranean salad
roasted vegetables
Helpful Tips
Use thick chicken breasts for easier stuffing.
Don’t overfill the chicken to prevent the filling from spilling out.
Fresh spinach works best, but thawed frozen spinach can also be used.
Let the chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 350
Protein: 42g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Sodium: 450mg